Wellbeing
Catherine de Lange: The best exercise for the mind
Most of us feel better once we get the blood pumping a bit, but are there exercises that work better for our mental health than others? Catherine de Lange is a science author, specialising in… Audio
Wellbeing programme 'grateful for rural New Zealand'
Rural Change founder Elle Perriam is proud of the efforts of rural New Zealand to help those who need it most. Audio
Rural counselling fund drops as demand peaks
The Rural Change Fund saw demand increase from 5 applications a week to 25. Now, when rural people need it most, the wellbeing programme has been put on pause. Audio
Children's stories tackle the loneliness of trauma
Māori academic Linda Tuhiwai Smith tells Kathryn Ryan she often cried while writing her new series of therapeutic storybooks for kids. Audio
Children's wellbeing: How to help them feel safe and supported
Dr Jean Annan is an educational psychologist and has worked as a university lecturer, researcher and a teacher. Her new book is '7 Dimensions: Children's Emotional Well-being' which is a simple… Audio
Tim Bateman: From rugby professional to children's book author
When Tim Bateman played professional rugby, he was well aware of the toll anxiety could take on his performance. It's something he's hoping to help children with, through his new "Fruit Salad" series… Audio
Mental wellbeing down, loneliness up, but overall we're pretty satisfied with life
New Zealanders continue to remain upbeat about their overall happiness, but the Covid pandemic is testing our mental strength. Latest Wellbeing Statistics from Stats NZ show a marked decline in mental… Audio
Calling Home: Yanai Postelnik in Devon
Yanai Postelnik could never have imagined how his life was going to change when he arrived at Gaia House in Devon for a silent meditation retreat in 1990. He returned to Gaia House to work in 1991… Audio
How 'the spice of life' can support mental health
"Variety's the very spice of life" wrote English poet William Cowper. Now scientists have discovered a change of scene delivers more than just flavour - it can make us feel better. Audio
The Nelson counsellor with an international following
It's easy to burn out amidst the collective stress of a pandemic, says Rebekah Ballagh. The Nelson-based counsellor and writer posts daily mental health tips on her hugely popular Instagram account… Audio
Why you want to return to the office, eventually
Many people remain reluctant about returning to their workplaces because of Covid-19. Professor of Macroeconomics, Robert MacCulloch joins the show to discuss the great resignation and why people will… Audio
Working from home blurring the boundaries for some
The Covid-19 lockdowns have seen a global shift in how we work, with millions adjusting to working from home. But what does that mean for our working habits? An international study from Microsoft… Audio
Why too much free time could be a bad thing
Too much time on your hands may be almost as bad as too little, psychologists are discovering. Audio
Study shows Kiwis are more mindful about consumption
The Consumer Lifestyles Report (which has been running since 1979) was released from the University of Otago Business School this week. The report's aim is to provide insights into the lifestyles… Audio
Virtual vet appointments launched in lockdown
A new online clinic set-up in lockdown will make sure pet care doesn't suffer. Massey University's Robert Sawicki talks to Jesse about why it will become an important tool even after lockdown. Audio, Gallery
Outdoor activities to keep tamariki busy
If you're stuck for things to do with the kids during lockdown levels 3 and 4 - here's something for you! Whenua Iti outdoors have come up with some fun, outdoor activities to support learning… Audio
Dive in! The benefits of cold water swimming
Every morning - when not in lockdown level four - Grant Schofield and his dog Bluey, head down to their local beach in Auckland for a swim. It's their year-round daily ritual, winter or summer, and… Video, Audio
New Zealanders' sense of wellbeing in a pandemic
A new report on wellbeing has found New Zealanders remain satisfied with their lives, despite the major impact Covid-19 has had on the country. Stats NZ says New Zealanders were tested by… Audio
There’s a big difference between health promotion and health education, says Auckland University expert
In a Covid-19 era of fevered concern about health, why is health education in schools not done better? Assoc. Prof Katie Fitzpatrick considers why at Raising the Bar 2021. Audio
Defying body clock linked to depression and lower wellbeing
According to a new study, people whose sleep pattern goes against their natural body clock are more likely to have depression and lower levels of wellbeing. Lead author Jessica O'Loughlin joins the… Audio